Najee Harris said that the Steelers finding their identity was one of the main reasons for the offense’s breakthrough performance Sunday in Cincinnati.
So, what is the Steelers’ offensive identity?
“Running the ball,” Harris told the media on Wednesday.
It’s hard to argue with Pittsburgh’s former Pro Bowl running back. The Steelers have averaged 174 rushing yards per game over their past four outings and have gone over 150 yards on the ground in each game. Pittsburgh is 3-1 over that span.
On Sunday, Harris rushed for 99 of Pittsburgh’s 153 yards on the ground. His success helped the Steelers accumulate over 400 yards of offense for the first time in three years.
“We were just executing really well,” Harris said. “We kind of have our identity has an offense. We know that, and it’s more easier to play.”
Pittsburgh’s offense is unique in that it has two backs that have integral roles. Harris is still the vocal point on the running game, while Warren has adopted more of a Swiss Army Knife role. Together, the duo has amassed 1,140 rushing yards (with a 4.83…
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Author : Bryan DeArdo
Publish date : 2023-11-30 18:09:53
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